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Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey has faced criticism for his handling of the COVID-19 pandemic from all sides — some who see his response as inadequate and others who see his actions as an overreach that should be corrected. While the latter side contemplates scaling back the governor’s authority in times of crisis, the former says Ducey must do more now.
Dec. 8, 2020
Even as the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise throughout the state, some public health experts are warning the situation could get worse over the next several weeks.
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Dec. 8, 2020
Last week, the Navajo Nation saw one of the most severe spikes in reported cases since the beginning of the pandemic. The office of President Jonathan Nez reported nearly 1,400 new cases between Sunday and Saturday of last week, and 19 COVID-related deaths. The Show spoke with Navajo Times Reporter Cindy Yurth for more about the situation is evolving.
Dec. 7, 2020
The deadline to enroll in health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace is approaching. This has been perhaps the most significant enrollment period since the start of the ACA, as the state and country continue to fight COVID-19 and millions are out of work.
Dec. 7, 2020
The U.S. may be one of the richest countries in the world, but when it comes to health care, we have some of the highest rates of spending waste out there. It’s a billion-dollar problem and as Matthew Speer argues, it’s money that could be better spent elsewhere.
Dec. 7, 2020
Gov. Doug Ducey was elected six years ago and then easily won reelection in 2018. But the pandemic has seen Ducey face strong criticism from progressives and members of his own Republican Party. Bob Robb writes that Ducey also hasn’t followed through on a consistent effort to cut taxes in the state.
Dec. 7, 2020
As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to increase, many businesses are trying to figure out how to operate safely with changing conditions and guidance. And some say there’s a lot of uncertainty among employers, in terms of how to keep everyone healthy and avoid being sued by employees or customers over COVID-related issues.
Dec. 7, 2020
Numbers of COVID-19 cases are rising, not just here in the U.S., but around the world, as well. For our weekly look at some of the key international stories in the coming days, The Show spoke with the BBC’s Rich Preston.
Dec. 7, 2020
A judge has tossed a case brought by state GOP Chair Kelli Ward that sought to overturn Arizona’s vote in favor of Joe Biden for president. But Ward has already said she’ll appeal to the Arizona Supreme Court. And yet another bid to void the results has been filed in federal court.
Dec. 7, 2020
Last week, the committee that recommends which groups will get first access to coronavirus vaccines said nursing home residents should get priority. Governor Ducey appeared to echo that. KJZZ’s Kathy Ritchie talked to one long-term care operator about how they’re preparing for vaccines when they become available.
Dec. 7, 2020
